Ocean’s Eleven actor Scott L. Schwartz has died aged 65 his representative has confirmed, as stars including George Clooney shared messages of condolence
Actor Scott L. Schwartz has died aged 65 at his home in Louisiana, his representative has confirmed.
The star, best known for his role in Ocean’s Eleven, died from congestive heart failure. Scott, who stood at 6ft 10, appeared in 2001’s Ocean’s Eleven, 2004’s Ocean’s Twelve and 2007’s Ocean’s Thirteen. He played the part of a strongman who helped George Clooney’s character and the other thieves.
In a touching tribute, Hollywood icon George said: “I’m sorry to hear that Scott is gone. We did three films together and I’ve never been so gently punched. He was a gentle soul and he will be dearly missed.”
Scott’s death had been confirmed by his representative in a statement to Variety. It read: “Those who know Scott personally associated him with being a jolly person, so full of life, a strong loving person, foodie and travel aficionado. Scott truly loved life and everyone that he met along the way.”
The statement went on: “When he wasn’t acting, wrestling or telling jokes he spent his time visiting children with cancer at children’s hospitals.”
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